The party leadership addressed this issue on February 16, 2025, during a Political Bureau meeting, where they also discussed the security crisis in eastern DRC and its impact on Rwanda.

PDI emphasized that these countries have repeatedly shown intentions to destabilize Rwanda’s leadership, stressing the importance of denouncing such threats.

“The PDI condemns the collaboration between the DRC, Burundi, and some SADC countries, which enables the FDLR to work alongside their military forces in a scheme that threatens Rwanda’s security and sovereignty,” the statement read.

The party also criticized European nations for warning of possible sanctions against Rwanda while remaining silent on countries allegedly supporting the FDLR, which is responsible for atrocities amounting to genocide against Congolese Tutsis in North and South Kivu.

PDI commended President Paul Kagame for his firm leadership in strengthening Rwanda’s security institutions, particularly the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF), which has been built into a highly professional and well-equipped army.

The party further praised the RDF for successfully fortifying Rwanda’s defense system, which has mitigated the impact of cross-border attacks from the DRC.

“PDI applauds the RDF for its expertise and capability in neutralizing threats aimed at destabilizing Rwanda from the Democratic Republic of Congo,” the statement added.

Led by Sheikh Mussa Fazil Harerimana, the PDI reaffirmed its full support for Rwanda’s defense measures and urged all Rwandans to stand firm against those who wish harm upon their country while upholding values of dignity and self-reliance.

The Ideal Democratic Party has condemned RDC and Burundi’s plans to attack Rwanda.